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"co-benefit" of resulting in cleaner water, than an alternative action that just reduces emissions. As such, before any actions are selected, a CAP 2.0 framework should be established about how to identify and prioritize potential actions. The Committee has provided direction on an overarching goal for the CAP 2.0 document (i.e., a vision), parameters for the actions selected (i.e., guiding principles), other priorities of the City (i.e., co- benefits), and criteria to help prioritize and narrow down the potential actions ultimately included in the CAP 2.0 (i.e., action selection criteria). Vision The vision will be in the introduction of the CAP 2.0 document. It describes what the City is trying to achieve with the CAP 2.0 and is intended to be the overarching goal for the document. The Committee recommended the following CAP 2.0 vision, to help guide the overall plan: This Climate Action Plan 2.0 looks to not only reduce Pleasanton's greenhouse gas emissions, but also improve quality of life and public health, cultivate community resilience and adaptability, and promote thriving ecosystems and a vibrant economy, now and for future generations. Through an inclusive and equitable process, the CAP 2.0 will position Pleasanton as a regional leader addressing climate change. Guiding Principles To help filter and guide the initial action list, the Committee recommended that selected actions must meet the following guiding principles: • Evidence-based I Select actions based on the best scientific and local knowledge about projected greenhouse gas emissions, climate change, and vulnerability to climate impacts, as well as available evidence of proven impact of actions to reduce emissions and increase climate resilience. • Actionable I Select actions that are as ambitious as possible while being realistic about factors affecting implementation, including: costs involved, available budgets, staffing and resource capacity, local mandates, timeline required, and other relevant factors. Actions should be feasible and focus on tangible steps to move the needle. • Accountable I Select actions that can be transparently evaluated, measured, and reported. Reporting and monitoring will ensure accountability to partners, stakeholders, and community members as well as uphold the principles of Pleasanton's Community of Character. Co-Benefits To help focus on and highlight other city priorities, the Committee identified the following co-benefits to consider when reviewing actions: Page 8 of 10